Arrest count for Scottish Cup Final reaches 15 with police still on the hunt

Police move fans off the pitch as they celebrate at the end of the match after winning the Scottish Cup Final (Image: Reuters/Russell Cheyne)

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The arrest count for Saturday’s Scottish Cup Final is up to 15 - and police are still on the hunt for those behind trouble on the pitch.

A dedicated inquiry team has been set up at Govan police station following the Rangers and Hibs clash - which ended with fans invading the pitch, allegations of players being attacked and police horses being deployed to clear the crowds.

Officers are reviewing CCTV footage and other videos and photographs to identify those involved in the disorder, and any other criminal behaviour on the pitch - and already, 15 individuals have been arrested or reported to the Procurator Fiscal.

Detective Superintendent Kenny Graham, leading the investigation, said: “Our focus at the moment is on reviewing video and images in order that we identify those who were responsible for causing disorder, violence and anti-social behaviour on the pitch - not those who may have been caught up in the crowd.

“I am sure that there are people who witnessed or have captured incidents on their mobiles and it’s vital that we speak to them so we can view any material that could help us.

“Similarly, I am keen to appeal to the media to send any footage or images to us, as well as members of the public, as this could assist with the inquiry.

“We now have a dedicated email address set up to receive images and video from the public and media and I would urge them to send any material to ScottishCupFinalPitchInvasion@Scotland.pnn.police.uk or phone the incident room on 0141 532 5457.

"I understand that people may be reluctant to come forward but I want to reassure you that my focus is tracking down those involved in criminal behaviour."​